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Letitia James Seeks to Dismiss Mortgage Fraud Case, Citing Legality of Trump-Picked Prosecutor
James was indicted on two felony charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution. Continue Reading Letitia James Seeks to Dismiss Mortgage Fraud Case, Citing Legality of Trump-Picked Prosecutor
Letitia James Seeks to Dismiss Mortgage Fraud Case, Citing Legality of Trump-Picked Prosecutor
James was indicted on two felony charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution. Continue Reading Letitia James Seeks to Dismiss Mortgage Fraud Case, Citing Legality of Trump-Picked Prosecutor
Existing Home Sales Up in May
There is good news in the housing market – existing home sales were up in May by 0.8% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.03 million, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). However, last month also saw a 0.7% year-over-year...
Pennsylvania Governor Declines to Rule Out Using Public Funds for New NFL Stadiums
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro refused to directly answer whether he would approve or reject public funding for the state’s NFL teams. The Associated Press reports Shapiro – who was cited as a potential running mate for Kamala Harris in last year’s election – faces...
Arrest Made in Hit-and-Run Death of ‘Million Dollar Beach House’ Agent Sara Burack
A Virginia woman was arrested in the fatal hit-and-run death of Sara Burack, the luxury real estate agent who became famous from her appearance on the Netflix series “Million Dollar Beach House.” The New York Post reports Amanda Kempton pleaded not guilty and was...
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Pennsylvania Home Sales Up 21%
The median sales price for residential properties last month was $285,000, up 2% from $279,000 in the previous month. Continue Reading Pennsylvania Home Sales Up 21%
Mark Skender, Former CEO of Chicago’s Skender Construction, Dies at 61
Most recently, Skender served as president and co-founder of RaaP. Continue Reading Mark Skender, Former CEO of Chicago’s Skender Construction, Dies at 61
Lenders Offering Creative Financing Options
To address affordability issues due to higher rates, some lenders are advancing creative financing offers to their borrowers and the real estate agents who serve them. Continue Reading Lenders Offering Creative Financing Options
More Down Payment Assistance Programs Introduced During Q1
A total of 990 programs (39%) were offered through local housing finance agencies. Continue Reading More Down Payment Assistance Programs Introduced During Q1
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Bryan Cranston Lists NYC Apartment for $3.5 Million
“Sometimes you just have to recognize when it’s time to move on,” said Cranston about the listing. Continue Reading Bryan Cranston Lists NYC Apartment for $3.5 Million
Yardi to Become Majority Owner of WeWork in Bankruptcy Exit Plan
This plan shuts down efforts by WeWork co-founder and former chief executive Adam Neumann to regain control of the company. Continue Reading Yardi to Become Majority Owner of WeWork in Bankruptcy Exit Plan
First American: Overvalued Housing Market Squashes Affordable Homeownership
“Of the top 50 markets tracked, 22 markets were overvalued in March,” said Chief Economist Mark Fleming. Continue Reading First American: Overvalued Housing Market Squashes Affordable Homeownership
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Another Postage Rate Hike?
Editor Phil Hall considers why the U.S. Postal Service is enacting its second postage rate hike of the year. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Another Postage Rate Hike?
New Mixed-Use Entertainment and Sports Venue Planned for Las Vegas
The developer LVXP stated the venue could become the home for a new NBA franchise. Continue Reading New Mixed-Use Entertainment and Sports Venue Planned for Las Vegas
Survey: Most Canadians Waiting for Lower Rates Before Buying a Home
62% of Canadians believed owning a home is one of their biggest aspirations in life. Continue Reading Survey: Most Canadians Waiting for Lower Rates Before Buying a Home
Marshall Heron to Lead Real Estate Practice at Risk Strategies
He was previously president of Insurance Group of America. Continue Reading Marshall Heron to Lead Real Estate Practice at Risk Strategies
Mackenzie Realty Capital Now Listed on the OTCQX
The company began trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “MKZR.” Continue Reading Mackenzie Realty Capital Now Listed on the OTCQX
Cher’s One-Time Beverly Hills Home Listed for $4.1 Million
Ed O’Neill lived at the residence before Cher purchased it in 2011. Continue Reading Cher’s One-Time Beverly Hills Home Listed for $4.1 Million
Douglas Elliman Announces Settlement Over Commission Fees
The settlement agreement is related to the pending Gibson and Umpa cases. Continue Reading Douglas Elliman Announces Settlement Over Commission Fees
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